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Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!

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A row of illuminated cabins with a stable and horses in the foreground.
A campground with several wooden cabins, picnic tables, and Adirondack chairs arranged around a central fire pit.
A kitchen with a double sink, granite countertop, wooden cabinets, a round mirror, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a kitchen area.
A kitchen with black appliances, wooden cabinets, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Pactola Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pactola Point Swim Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pactola Pines Marina
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

3 Queen Beds

Loft

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!

These 13 cabins are centrally located to everything the Black Hills has to offer!

We are just 2 miles from Pactola lake, located along Hwy 385, pavement the entire way with only a short gravel drive to the cabins.

Our cabins are modern and have tasteful finishes. Decorated in the genre of wildlife, Black Hills history and Native American traditions of the local area. We have used locally sourced materials in our building as well as highlighting local artists in our decor. Each master bed is covered with an authentic handmade Native American star quilt. All cabins have heating and air conditioning.

Spend your days visiting historic landmarks, quaint Hills towns, or parks and lakes, then come back to your cabin to rest and relax by our large campfire site. As you sit out and enjoy the campfire, you can see the stars with no light pollution. Depending on the time of year you can hear the owls calling to one another, hear the singing of the coyotes, the bugling of the elk, or listen to the turkey as they get ready to roost. Our cabins help you to enjoy the action-packed days of your vacation even more by giving you a place to come and relax and enjoy nature at the end of your day.

Our cabin specifics are:
420sqft studio cabin w/loft.
Naturally well-lit, spacious open floor plan, 3 beds/1 bath.

Main floor has 1 plush high quality queen bed and linens, small table and 6 chairs, and a 55" smart tv with Blu-ray player and DVDs. We also have a collection of books and board games if that is more your speed! Each cabin has free Wi-Fi, and excellent cell reception for Verizon customers. PLEASE NOTE: no cable or satellite available.

Also on the main floor, the kitchen is equipped with full size appliances, utensils, dishes, and cookware. Bring your groceries and prepare your own meals! Some food items such as basic condiments and seasonings, Folgers coffee and a variety of teas are provided. Memorial Weekend-Mid September we also include 1/2 dozen fresh eggs from our chickens in your cabin fridge.

The roomy 8' x 8' main floor bathroom is well lit and has a shower, sink and toilet. Also included are hair dryer, full length mirror, quality towels and common hotel amenities.

The 8' x16' loft has 2 queen mattresses on the carpeted floor. The head room of the loft goes to 5ft in the peaked center. This area is the perfect space for children & teenagers! Please note: loft staircase is steep and narrow, not recommended for very young children or elderly. Please see pictures in this listing.

The outdoor area has a large fire pit with seating, propane grill, picnic tables, and toys & yard games. We provide firewood and smores free of charge!

Deer Creek Homestead operates on 6 acres just a short walk from the cabins. If you are interested in any of the animals or workings of a small hobby farm, please ask! Tours are available most evenings.

For your convivence we offer 7lb bags of ice, farm goods, and a variety of frozen foods for purchase in case you need something to snack on in a pinch and don't want to run into town. We can also deliver beer to your cabin with proper ID.

The cabins and site are clean and well maintained. The attentive hosts are friendly, hospitable and live on site to be available for your needs and questions.

We are centrally located, within 45 minutes or less of nearly all that the Hills have to offer such as Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Deadwood and Sturgis. This location is also perfect for year-round seasonal activities such as boating, fun at the lake, hunting and fishing, skiing, hiking trails, rock climbing, geocaching, ATV and snowmobiling.

These cabins are NON-SMOKING and PET-FREE
*This cabin has parking space for 2 vehicles. There is overflow Boat/ATV/trailer parking available beside the Guest Laundry.
**Camper and RV parking is NOT available
***Tents are not allowed

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pak N Play is available upon request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3193680vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Black Hills National Forest and Pilot Knob reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Things That Rock. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum @ Black Hills Institute and South Dakota State Railroad Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and ecotours.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Pactola Lake - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pilot Knob - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Pactola Point Swim Beach - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Pactola Pines Marina - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Thunderhead Falls - 12 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Forest Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brandin Iron - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪No Bad Days Tap Wagon - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?

As of 24 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! on 2 Oct, 2026 start from S$600, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! located?

This family-friendly Rapid City cabin is located in the mountains, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pactola Point Swim Beach and Pilot Knob. Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Sutton

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Campfire Cabins is proudly owned by Albert & Sarah Sutton. We grew up in the Black Hills. We were high school sweethearts and married after graduation. We then moved to Rapid City for work. 25 years and 6 children later we had the opportunity to purchase land and move back to the Black Hills. We soon realized how much we had missed the beauty and serenity of the local area.

We decided to turn our property into an organic hobby farm with a large greenhouse, chickens, bees, ducks & turkeys, milking goats, and a handful of beef cows. We also decided to build cabins near our home to share with other families wanting to experience all the Black Hills have to offer. With 2 children still at home, we own and operate the cabins as family business. We look forward to getting to know you and be an added blessing to your vacation experience!

Why they chose this property

We believe family is important, and we want to give your family a memorable vacation!
We know how stressful it can be on everyone stuck in a car all day. Once you get here there is plenty of room for your kiddos to run around, play ball, and have a water fight on the front lawn while you take a breather and unpack. There are toys, games, books, and movies for them to use. Grab a drink and have a seat on the front porch and just enjoy their energy and happiness :)

Our cabins have a full-sized kitchen for you to prepare and cook snacks & meals. There is a small dining table inside each cabin and picnic tables and chairs outside for you to sit around and enjoy the togetherness of a meal and conversation.

With 6 children of our own, we know how expensive travel can be! Vacations don't have to be costly or "flashy". Kids will remember the TIME and EXPERIENCES you give them. They will remember bottle feeding calves up in the Sutton's barn and playing with the baby rabbits. They will remember the days you spent hiking, boating, or ATVing with them outdoors. They will remember the other kids they met at the campfire and the smores! They will remember playing soccer, beanbags, or flashlight tag with those same new friends while you get a chance to relax around the campfire and visit with other families from around the country. Want to know which trails are the best? Ask the other grandparents & parents who have already hiked/rode them! What is the best scenic drive? Is the pontoon boat or ATV rental worth it? Where are the best restaurants? Everyone is willing to help you out & share their experiences.

We (Al & Sarah) live on the property and are always available to answer your questions. Feel free to call or message us anytime! We are down at the campfire most nights, so come down and introduce yourselves! Smores are on us!!

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